Imagine it’s a hot summer day in Lansing and you’re dreaming of Lake Michigan beaches. You could hop in your car and deal with traffic back-ups and the neverending orange cones of construction season. If you have 15 hours to spare, maybe you could take a train with a quick pit stop in Chicago. But if you’re not up for those options, a potential alternative is gaining steam.
A new study from the Michigan Environmental Council says that a coast to coast train in Michigan could make money and attract a significant number of riders.
Current State talks about the vision for a new passenger rail system with Liz Treutel, Transportation Policy Associate with the MEC.
This story appeared on WKAR’s Current State and is republished here with permission.